Students benefit from new contemporary learning environments

22/07/2021

Attending the blessing and official opening at Southern Cross Catholic College, Scarborough were (from left) Principal Chris Campbell, Fr Bob Harwood, The Hon. Yvette D'Ath, Dr Lee-Anne Perry, The Hon. Luke Howarth, and Dr Doug Ashleigh

​Yesterday special guests, students and staff of Southern Cross Catholic College in Scarborough celebrated the official opening and blessing of the new school facilities.

After four years of building works the secondary campus was blessed by Redcliffe Parish Priest, Fr Bob Harwood. The Hon. Yvette D'Ath, State Member for Redcliffe and Queensland Minister for Health and Ambulance Services and The Hon. Luke Howarth, Federal Member for Petrie and Assistant Minister for Youth and Employment Services unveiled a plaque commemorating the opening.

The occasion was attended by BCE Deputy Executive Director, Dr Doug Ashleigh, QCEC Executive Director, Dr Lee-Anne Perry, along with project architects, builders and representatives from the De La Salle Brothers and Brigidine Sisters.

College Principal Chris Campbell said the opening and blessing of the buildings completed the transformation of the secondary campus.

"For the past four years the secondary campus has gradually transformed into a place that is bright and welcoming for all students and staff, and is a contemporary learning environment in every aspect," Mr Campbell said.

Since the completion of building works, the campus now benefits from four new state-of-the-art science laboratories, a student wellbeing centre, a new library, refurbished classrooms, and an innovative external space ideal for learning and recreation.

Dr Ashleigh told those gathered they had reason to celebrate.

“I encourage all students to embrace, enjoy and take every opportunity the completed projects offer them – particularly the wellbeing and recreation centres."

Visit https://bit.ly/2V0FuFF to discover more about Southern Cross Catholic College and its three primary campuses on the Redcliffe peninsula.

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